Music died in schools due to budget cuts….
(DJ Webb says) I can’t stop reminiscing about my childhood and how music played such an imperative part. From the chorus and singing in the school plays to awards programs and chorus concerts. (They probably stopped those years ago). Last but not least, I learned to play an instrument in the band. When I was given the saxophone, I looked at that thing and said “man, I want the drums!” It seemed to be too many keys to learn at the time. My teacher didn’t allow me to change, so after a few weeks of practice, it started to jell. My life lesson from that experience is that I can do anything with a little practice and commitment. My music background (learned in elementary school) helps me as a professional disc jockey today. I even learned some disc jockey stuff in the 4th grade from my older brother. What he taught me made sense because of what I was already learning about music in school. Bottom line…if we want our kids to be successful, they need a variety of “food” for their brains from birth until…What they learn in elementary chorus and band classes will last a life time!!!!!!!!
I understand that the budget for education is in bad shape, but please look at other areas! The Georgia Dept of Corrections spends on average $16,888 per year PER INMATE (it’s on their website). Maybe if we spend that much per child on education, there would be fewer people in prison. That alone will open up more money!
